Oklahoma Unveils First Block Grant Plan Under New Trump Guidance

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) has released a draft plan to block grant a portion of Medicaid, confirms Politico Pro . This marks the first formal proposal issued by a state since the Trump administration encouraged them earlier this year to "pursue the new conservative twist" on the safety net program. The draft waiver would only apply to the poor adults in that demographic, with the proposal including a phased-in requirement that most adults either work, volunteer, or attend school. The draft waiver is now out for a month-long comment period in the state — the first step in a lengthy process. The state requires approval from CMS, and Medicaid advocates are expected to challenge the block grants in court, which could entangle the policy in a protracted legal battle.